Cassville Back to School information released

The Cassville school district has released Back to School information for the 2026-2027 school year. The first day of school is Aug. 25. New students may register via email to [email protected] or calling 417-847-2221. More information like district communication tools, food service information and building level information (including Stop, Drop and Go information and school supply lists for each building), may be found at https://tinyurl.com/4z88xrsw.

Memorial service for 1901 lynching on Aug. 19

The annual memorial service for those who died in the 1901 lynching and race riot in Pierce City will be held at 9 p.m. on Aug. 19 at Commercial Street and Walnut in Pierce City. Local historian Murray Bishoff will retell the story of the African American community in Pierce City and the incidents that culminated in the riot that drove the African American community out of the town. Interested persons are welcome and should bring lawn chairs and a candle for a moment of silence. The program takes approximately 90 minutes. For additional information, people may contact Murray Bishoff at 417-316-3302 or [email protected].

Cassville High School purging records

Cassville High School will be purging the cumulative school records for the graduating class of 2021. Anyone who would like to have their records must pick them up in person at Cassville High School between 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the 2026-20207 school year. If anyone is unable to pick them up in person and would like someone else do it, the office must get a signed request before they may be released.

Monett Historical Society to meet

The Monett Historical Society will hold its regularly scheduled monthly meeting on Aug. 18, at 7 p.m. in the Event Center at the Museum. Membership is not a requirement to attend, nor is there an admission fee. The program for this evening event will be a presentation given by Sean Kelley, the president of the Monett Athletic Boosters.  Please join us to welcome Sean and kick off the coming 2026-2027 school athletic season.  

Barry County Democratic Central Committee 

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The Barry County Democratic Central Committee will meet on Thursday at 6 p.m. at the Cassville Public Library.

Cassville Branch Library hosting events

The Cassville Branch Library will host the following events in the coming week: Thursday, Spirit Paint Night, 5:30 p.m. (registration and $5 supply fee required); Friday, Scrapbook, 1 p.m., Open Paint Night, 5:30 p.m. (registration and $5 supply fee required); Saturday, Crochet/Knitting Class, 10 a.m.

Old Church Gallery Farmers Market open

The Old Church Gallery Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday from 8-11 a.m. at the Gallery, located on Farm Road 1240 in Shell Knob. The market offer farm fresh produce, eggs, jellies, relishes, baked goods, cut flowers, handmade crafts and more. The selection varies every week, so come early for the best choice. For more information, people may call 417-342-8671.

Barry County Community Garden meetings set

The Barry County Community Garden has scheduled its monthly meetings on the first Monday of every month, at Harvick Farms, located at 16062 Hwy. 76 in Cassville. The work in the garden days are from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Garden, located at on 10160 Farm Road 2160. Tentative working days depend on the weather and will be updated on the organization’s Facebook page, “Barry County Community Garden,” and people may contact the page fort more information. Produce from the garden goes to the Cassville Pantry. New members and/or volunteers may come and reserve a plot.

Cassville Farmers’ Market open on Saturdays

The Cassville Farmers Market is open weekly on Saturdays on the Barry County Courthouse Square, from 8 a.m. to noon. Vendors are offering eggs, vegetables, hand-made crafts, baked goods and more. Those interested in becoming a vendor may contact Chad Sprinkle at 417-846-3539.

Lessons offered before Seligman’s Saturday dances

The Seligman Chamber of Commerce country dances at the Seligman Chamber Event Center are every Saturday from 7-10 p.m. No alcohol is allowed. Admission is $10 per person, and 18-and-under are free. There is a potluck, 50-50 drawing and door prizes. Free dance lessons will also be given from 5-6 p.m. For more information, people may call 479-903-3640.

OATS rides available in Barry County

OATS Transit offers regular transportation services for the rural general public of any age, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. People may call the local OATS Transit office at 417-887-9272 or 800-770-6287 to schedule a ride or find out about services in the Barry County area. People may also visit the OATS website at oatstransit.org to view local schedules under “Bus Schedules,” then click on the county of service. OATS Transit is hiring drivers statewide to continue serving riders. Openings are listed on the OATS website.